Sterling by Music Man Sub Series StingRay 4 Bass, Trans Black Satin

The StingRay RAY4 delivers the unmistakable punch and clarity of the iconic StingRay design in an accessible and performance ready package. Equipped with a powerful 9V active preamp, a low noise ceramic humbucking pickup, and a solid heavy duty bridge, the RAY4 is built to provide authoritative bass tones with clarity, depth, and precision.

Whether you are laying down tight grooves or driving a band with cutting low end, the RAY4 offers the classic StingRay sound that has defined countless recordings and live performances.

Main Features

• Ceramic humbucking pickup for powerful, low noise output
• 2 band active preamp powered by 9V electronics
• Hard maple neck for stability and clarity
• Maple or jatoba fingerboard options
• Sterling by Music Man designed heavy duty bridge
• Classic StingRay body shape and styling

Classic StingRay Tone

At the heart of the RAY4 is a ceramic humbucker, delivering focused lows, punchy mids, and crisp highs. Paired with a 2 band active preamp, the bass offers responsive tone shaping that allows you to dial in everything from warm, rounded sounds to aggressive, modern attack.

The active electronics ensure consistent output and clarity, making the RAY4 equally suited to stage and studio use.

Comfortable and Stable Playability

The hard maple neck provides stability and a bright, articulate response, while the smooth fingerboard offers a comfortable feel across the full 34 inch scale length. A 9.5 inch radius and medium frets make the RAY4 easy to play, whether you prefer fingerstyle, slap, or pick techniques.

A robust six bolt neck joint enhances sustain and ensures excellent tuning stability during long sessions.

Reliable Hardware

A Sterling by Music Man designed bridge delivers solid intonation and dependable performance. Open gear tuning machines provide smooth, accurate tuning, while the fixed bridge design ensures consistent string tension and sustain.

Specifications

Model
- RAY4

Body
- Basswood body
- Trans Black Satin finish
- Black pickguard

Neck
- Hard maple neck
- Six bolt neck attachment
- Single action truss rod
- Neck radius: 9.5 inches

Fingerboard
- Jatoba fingerboard
- 21 medium frets
- White dot position markers

Scale Length
- 34 inches

Nut Width
- 1.5 inches at nut
- 2.44 inches at last fret

Electronics
- One ceramic humbucking pickup
- 2 band active preamp

Hardware
- Fixed bridge
- Open gear tuning machines

Strings
- .045 to .105

Gig Bag
- Not included